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Chef's Chow Mein

Shop 15/38 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 20 people

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Shop 15/38 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chef's Chow Mein

Tucked into Orchid Avenue, Chef's Chow Mein serves piping-hot stir-fries and noodles in hefty portions at pocket-friendly prices. Diners roll in straight from the beach for unpretentious Cantonese-style classics, from honey chicken to Singapore noodles loaded with meat and crisp greens. Most dishes come in small or large sizing—though even the smaller orders easily feed two. The kitchen happily tunes spice levels up or down on request, and guests can bring their own beer with zero corkage fee. Settle into a table as the owner dishes out hot plates of sizzling beef and special fried rice straight from the wok.

  • BYO With No Corkage: Guests can bring their own drinks to pair with dinner without paying corkage fees or surcharges.
  • Dual Sizing Options: Most noodle, rice, and stir-fry plates offer two distinct portion tiers packed with vegetables and meat.
  • Tailored Heat Levels: The kitchen accommodates custom heat requests for individual dishes, making it easy to feed children or spice lovers.
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Dining Advantages at Chef's Chow Mein

Why Surfers Paradise diners choose Chef's Chow Mein for generous, authentic Chinese dining

  • Substantial, Protein-Packed Servings

    Dishes are cooked hot to order with abundant meat and fresh vegetables across extensive menu selections.

    The chow mein is cooked perfectly – generous portions with plenty of vegetables and protein, and the flavours are spot on.

    William

  • Flexible Dual-Sizing Portions

    Guests can choose between small and large portions across most stir-fries and noodles, with even small plates offering enough volume to share or take home.

    I got the Singaporean noodles in a small size and was blown away by how generous the proportion was, especially for the price.

    Hafsa Sagheer

  • Satisfying Value and Contentment

    Generous servings and affordable pricing allow guests to leave thoroughly filled without any financial strain.

    The portions were huge, so it was definitely value for money. We all left full and happy.

    Sonakshi Ahuja

  • Heartfelt Family Hospitality

    The husband-and-wife owner-operators greet guests with genuine warmth, creating a welcoming and personal atmosphere.

    The staff are so friendly and welcoming—they always make me feel like part of the family.

    deivydas96

  • Tailored Spice Levels for Families

    Dishes can be custom-seasoned as spicy or non-spicy upon request, making casual dining seamless for groups and children.

    You can request your dishes to be spicy or non spicy, which was very helpful since I was dining with children.

    Natalie Lie

  • Zero-Corkage BYO Policy

    Diners are welcome to bring outside beverages with no corkage fee or surcharge in a casual, laid-back setting.

    We highly recommend this place as it’s also BYO with no surcharge, what more could one ask for?!!

    TJK 50

Freshly prepared wok dishes delivering substantial portions and authentic flavours

  • Chow Mein

    The chow mein is cooked perfectly – generous portions with plenty of vegetables and protein, and the flavours are spot on.

    William

  • Singaporean noodles

    I got the Singaporean noodles in a small size and was blown away by how generous the proportion was, especially for the price.

    Hafsa Sagheer

  • Chicken chow mein

    Special fry rice, sizzling beef, pepper beef, Chicken chow mein all excellent.

    Daquelly

  • Honey chicken

    My favorite are honey chicken but honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

    deivydas96

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate casual dining at Chef's Chow Mein.

  • Zero-Fee BYO Drinks

    Guests can bring their own preferred beverages to accompany dinner with absolutely zero corkage fee or surcharge added to the bill.

  • Dual-Sizing Flexibility

    Most stir-fry, noodle, and rice dishes can be ordered in either small or large portion sizes, offering high-volume meals tailored to single appetites or group sharing.

  • Custom Spice Adjustments

    The kitchen actively adapts heat levels and recipe preparation upon request to suit individual tastes, family members, or children dining together.

  • Personal Owner Hospitality

    Run by a welcoming husband-and-wife team who greet diners warmly, serve meals quickly, and regularly offer unexpected hospitality gestures like gifting extra rice.

Before you head over

Practical advice on sizing, custom spice preferences, and BYO drinks

  • Bring your own drinks with zero corkage fee

    Bring your own beer or wine to pair with your meal; the restaurant welcomes outside beverages without any corkage fee or surcharge.

  • Order small sizes if you prefer lighter portions

    Most noodle, rice, and stir-fry dishes are available in two portion sizes. Even small portions are notably hearty and easily shared between two diners.

  • Customize spice heat for family members

    If you are dining with children or have specific heat preferences, let the kitchen know as dishes can be tailored spicy or non-spicy to order.

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